The scripts collected in this volume are drawn from the great period between 1939 and 1944, which Andrew Sarris called 'one of the most brilliant and most bizarre bursts of creation in the history of the cinema.' Sturge's scripts are astonishingly readable, being uncluttered with the usual studio jargon, and they are deliciously funny.
The cinema of Preston Sturges maintains an enduring presence in the small canon of films that enjoy critical acclaim, scholarly attention, and popular admiration. Following the reception of "Five Screenplays" by Preston Sturges, this text provides "Four More". This volume contains three scripts widely regarded as among the film-maker's best: "The ...
Expanded from a story originally commissioned by Rolling Stone magazine, this personal account explores both the under- and above-ground worlds of marijuana in 12 countries around the world. Preston details everything from illegal farming, to established competitions (akin to rose-growing conventions), to political observations and his own ...
What happens when a self-styled wuss sets out to earn a black belt? Why have Eastern martial arts become so popular worldwide? Is the Ultimate Fighting Championship a beautiful fusion of East-meets-West martial technique, or shameless commercialization? These questions and more find answers in "Me, Chi, and Bruce Lee, "a rollicking journey through ...
Presents recipes to create infusions that are healthier. This book includes recipes such as Pineapple and Lime Seltzer, Pomegranate Flair, Mint Mist, and flavored ice cubes.
Mac OS X now operates on a UNIX engine. As such it is much more powerful than previous operating systems. It is now a multitasking, multithreaded, multi-user, and multiprocessor system with enhanced interoperability with other systems. Along with that increased power comes increased security vulnerability. Part I introduces readers to the basics ...
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